Rosemary belongs to the Rosmarinus genus.

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Rosemary is an attractive evergreen shrub with pine needle-like leaves. It’s trusses of blue flowers last through spring and summer in a warm, humid environment. It will grow to a height of between 3 and 5 feet. Scientists at the University of Cincinnati say that the scent of rosemary is an effective memory stimulant.

• Lifecycle The lifecycle that this plant exhibits. Perennial Category The basic category that this plant belongs to. Herb
• Hardiness How frost hardy this plant is. Hardy Country of Origin Where this plant originated from. Spain
• Mature Height How tall the plant will be when it grows up. 120.0 cm / 46.8" Mature Spread How wide the plant will be when it grows up. ?
• Bloom Time When this plant usually blooms. ? Harvest Time When this plant is usually harvested. ?

How to keep this plant happy

Choose a sheltered position and well-drained soil, and allow the plant lots of sun. Water in between dry downs; do not use enclosed planters. Their roots dislike being cramped up. Use a good household potting soil mix and organic compost (not too much if it is a moist variety -- this will be too strong in a pot and may contribute to root rot). Make sure it is well drained, well watered and spray the leaves with water every so often, especially if you have the heat up in the winter. Prune the plant every autumn to keep the plant at an ideal size.

• USDA Zone Range The zones that this plant is recommended to grow best in. 7 - 10 pH Range The level of acidity that this plant thrives in. -
• Water Requirements The amount of water that this plant likes to drink. Low Nitrogen Requirements The amount of nitrogen that should be present in the soil. ?
• Soil The type of soil that this plant likes to live in.
  Potting Mix Combination
  Sun The type of light that this plant likes to sunbake in.
  Full Sun Partial Sun
• Min. Air Temperature The lowest air temp that this plant will be happy in. 10°C / 50°F Max. Air Temperature The highest air temp that this plant will be happy in. 1°C / 34°F

Sowing and Germinating Instructions

Direct seeding is not always successful. Start seeds indoors and transplant the seedlings out. Darkness will aid germination. Cover the seeds lightly with soil after sowing. Germination time 14-21 days. Sow heavily because the seeds have a poor germination rate. Some seeds can germinate up to 3 months after sowing.

• Can Sow Direct? Can seeds be sown directly in situ? Yes Sowing Depth Seeds should be sown at this depth. ?
• Sowing Distance Apart This plant should be sown at least this distance apart ? Sowing Row Distance Apart This plant should be sown in rows at least this distance apart ?
• Min. Germination Temperature The lowest temp that this plant will germinate from seed. 16°C / 61°F Max. Germination Temperature The highest temp that this plant will germinate from seed. 20°C / 68°F

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Planting Out / Transplanting Instructions

• Planting Distance Apart Seedlings should be planted this far apart. ? Planting Row Distance Apart Rows between plantings should be at least this far apart. ?

How long does it approximately take to grow?

• Days to Germination From seed to seedling 21 days Average 21 days | Min 8 days | Max 44 days (6)
• Days to Transplant From seedling to transplant / planting out + days
• Days to Maturity From transplant to harvest / maturity of plant + 90 days Total Growing Days From seed to maturity = days

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When should I start sowing and growing?

• When to sow The number of days to sow before or after your last frost date. ? When to plant out The number of days to plant out before or after your last frost date. ?

Etymology

It is said that the Virgin Mary had draped her cloak over this bush and placed a white flower on top of her cloak. In the morning the flower turned blue and thereafter the plant was called Rose of Mary.

Folklore

Tradition says that rosemary will grow for thirty-three years, until it reaches the height of Christ when he was crucified, then it will die. Sprigs of rosemary were placed under pillows at night to ward off evil spirits and bad dreams. The wood was used to make lutes and other musical instruments. It is a symbol or remembrance and friendship, and is often carried by wedding couples as a sign of love and fidelity.

Other Names

Romero, Pilgrims Plant, Mary's Mantle, Compass Weed